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HD 128311 c

World type: gas_giant
Discovery method: Radial Velocity
Discovery year: 2005
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HD 128311 c is a fascinating exoplanet orbiting the star HD 128311, discovered back in 2005 through the clever radial velocity technique using the HIRES spectrometer at the W. M. Keck Observatory. This distant world is part of a dynamic planetary system that captures the curiosity of astronomers and space enthusiasts alike. Though it doesn't carry a proper name, HD 128311 c holds its own as a gripping subject for study, showcasing the ingenuity of ground-based observatories in uncovering the secrets of planets far beyond our solar neighborhood. Its discovery highlights the exciting progress in our quest to understand the cosmos, inviting us to imagine the unique environments that exist around stars different from our own sun.